Van Alstyne Oakbrook Homeowners Association, Inc.

What Van Alstyne Oakbrook Homeowners Association, Inc.'s governing documents say

This is the full rulebook for Van Alstyne Oakbrook, a single-family home HOA in Van Alstyne, TX. It applies to all homeowners (called 'Owners') and covers what you can do with your property and what the association handles. The document replaces an earlier version and is perpetual.

• Assessments (dues): Each owner pays annual assessments, initially $500, adjustable by the Board. Vacant lots pay 50% of the full rate. There are also special and specific assessments (e.g., for violations or emergency costs). A one-time initial contribution of $500 ($250 reserve + $250 working capital) is due from first buyers; resale buyers may pay an amount set by the Board. Unpaid assessments accrue interest at 12% per year (or a Board-set rate) and can result in a lien and foreclosure.
• Architectural review: No exterior improvements (structures, landscaping changes, paint, etc.) may be made without prior written approval from the Architectural Control Authority (ACA). The ACA may adopt standards and guidelines. Variances are possible. Unapproved improvements can be removed at the owner's expense.
• Use restrictions: All lots must be used for single-family residential purposes only. Rentals are allowed (see Section 7.02), but the document does not specify a minimum lease term here. Animals are addressed under 'Animals' (Section 7.09) but details aren't in this excerpt; typical restrictions apply. Parking of vehicles, trailers, boats, and commercial vehicles is limited. No drilling or mining, and no temporary structures as residences.
• Common areas & maintenance: The association owns and maintains common areas (open space, detention ponds, etc.) and certain fencing and retaining walls designated as 'Association Maintenance Fencing' and 'Association Maintenance Retaining Walls' (shown on exhibits). Owners have a non-exclusive easement to use common areas, subject to rules and suspension for nonpayment of assessments.
• Enforcement & penalties: The association can fine owners, suspend common area use (but not ingress/egress), enter lots to remedy violations, and charge specific assessments. It can also sue for injunctions or damages. An owner who fails to maintain their lot may have the association step in and bill them. A lien can be placed on the lot for unpaid assessments and foreclosed upon (subject to Texas law).

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.